Wellness Associate II, Geisinger Health Plan (Northeastern Pennsylvania resident)

Geisinger Health System - Wilkes-Barre, PA

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Wilkes-Barre, PA

10,001+ employees

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Wellness Associate II at Geisinger Health Plan is a community-facing role focused on serving CHIP and Medicaid populations. The position involves assisting members with navigation, addressing social needs, conducting biometric screenings, and providing health education through various community-based initiatives. The associate will also lead educational sessions for children and adults, both virtually and in-person, while developing and implementing wellness programs in collaboration with local facilities.

Responsibilities

• Serve community or practice/facility-based population management initiatives including on-site programs, screening services, and fitness classes.
• Develop and oversee health and wellness programs at the facility and surrounding community initiatives.
• Design programs in conjunction with assigned facilities, ensuring compliance with competencies and training requirements.
• Support regional teams and operations in the design and implementation of new products and services.
• Develop tools to evaluate the effectiveness of wellness programs and manage outcomes.
• Report program participation and outcomes quarterly to stakeholders.
• Prepare and present educational information consistent with the wellness program's mission and objectives.
• Provide on-site screening support and education as needed.
• Represent the facility at various business and community events or coordinate events at the facility.
• Serve as a wellness resource and oversee member communication and outreach initiatives.
• Monitor changes in employee wellness research and standards.
• Research and create new programs to meet population needs.
• Support reporting needs, data management, and outcomes.
• Assist with policies that have wellness components.
• Learn new software applications and maintain databases.
• Coordinate ongoing record keeping and prepare reports as requested.
• Work closely with internal departments including Health Services, Marketing, IT, Sales, and wellness.
• Manage calendar and promote activities in conjunction with marketing and coordination of onsite activities.
• Participate on committees to represent and provide expertise related to the Wellness Program.
• Provide telephonic and on-site health coaching for lifestyle management programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a Healthcare Related Field (Required)
• Minimum of 1 year of related work experience (Required)
• Computer Literacy
• Interpersonal Communication Skills
• Critical Thinking Skills

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits for full-time and part-time positions from day one, including vision, dental, and prescription coverage.